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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1929
Page
5
Texas railroads plan map changes across many sections in 1929. Principal lines are extending, with notable construction in the South Plains, West Texas, and parts of South Texas. Eastern Texas will see improvements in trackage, yards, and station facilities.
Texas observers fear railroads aim to absorb bus lines through subsidiaries, arguing such moves would shift highway funding benefits to rail firms. They contend buses and trucks provide cheaper rates and better service, urging broad competition to aid road upkeep and public convenience.
Postoffice receipts for the last quarter of 1928 show about 40 percent higher than the same period in 1927 indicating strong business activity. Oil development contributes to growth, though Big Springs claims it is not an oil boom town.
A Menard ranchman notes West Texas as ideal for raising and training polo ponies. He cites balanced altitude, hard turf pastures, and soil conditions as key factors. He recently sold a car of polo ponies for 300 to 1000 dollars each and seeks more trained horses.
The Texas legislature repealed the University oil lease lands by unanimous vote signaling strong support for protecting university revenue. It calls for swift steps to allow the university to invest permanent funds for higher returns than U.S. bonds despite its growing oil wealth. Galveston Beauty Show marks the city’s annual event, earning the title the old lady of the seas.
An elderly organizer stages a pulchritude contest modeled on sensational acts, drawing crowds to view nearly nude young women. The event echoes past national bath tub scandals and Tex Rickard style prize fights, with proceeds netted by the promoter who teases a larger show next summer.
Texas leads with 2265 ice manufacturing plants, followed by Pennsylvania 224 and California 175. A Texas bill would put ice production under Railroad Commission control to equalize prices statewide, citing price variance harming some regions' marketing.
A ten inch gas pipe line will extend from Brown and Coleman county fields to Waco with work starting about February 1 and an estimated cost of $2,000,000. Charters supply Goldwaite Lampasas and other towns between Brownwood and Waco. The line aims to meet Central Texas needs as new wells in the source field bring in gas weekly.
Texas poultry industry now exceeds 100 million dollars annually. East and West Texas chambers of commerce urge the legislature to provide sufficient appropriations to support ongoing activities and growth.
Investigations into poultry diseases underscore rising flocks and the need to safeguard against disease spread across the industry. Authorities emphasize prevention measures as production expands.
A 175 farmer meeting in Jacksonville spurs praise for chambers of commerce and allied groups for two years of work to improve farm life. Soil conservation and diversified farming have reshaped East Texas, with towns and countryside now showing clear progress.
Mrs Wm Freeman and Miss Neil Red shopped in Cameron. Everett Newton and brothers hunted rabbits in their car killing about 20. Newtons headed to Eldorado Arkansas for breakfast with Mrs Carey in Tyler. Mildred and Grace Thweatt stayed with Miss Bertha Floyd. Finis Thweatt of Jones Prairie visited. Baylor family traveled to Cameron.
Mrs. L S Woodruff of Brownwood arrived in Meyntield on Wednesday for a visit. She plans to tour local sites and meet residents, with no further details provided.
Miss Velma Waits called on Miss Grace Thweatt Saturday while Mrs T S Woodruff and Miss Mary Emma Thweatt were seen shopping in town. The item notes visits by Mr and Mrs W M Waits and various local residents.
A Friday night social gathered several area youths at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. L. Floyd. Attendees included Bernice Bay lor, Bertha Bay lor, Hortense Turner, Ada Lee Massengale, Mildred Thweatt, Grace Thweatt, Vera Mayes, Bob Mayes, LeRoy Massengale, Ben Thweatt, Dock Thweatt, LeDell Newton, J. C. Cosby, T. R. Cosby, Johnnie Brashear, Ralph Massengale, Homer Turner, Gus Ditto and Gien Ditto.
A light moment from a domestic scene where a woman recalls a gift from her husband. The exchange highlights a new reading lamp described as wonderful and the couple's shared affective moment.
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